The efficacy and function of Huaqilan

As the pressure of modern life increases, more and more health care methods are emerging, but the most popular ones are still traditional Chinese medicine and Chinese medicine that have been tested for thousands of years. For example, what are the functions and effects of the Huaqi Orchid? Let me introduce it to you today.

【Other name】 Tubaibu

[Source] It is the root bark of Cymbidium orchid , a plant of the Orchidaceae family. Dig up the roots in autumn, remove the pith, and dry them for use.

[Original form] Perennial herb. The roots are clustered, slender and fleshy. The leaves are basal, evergreen, long and linear, up to 70 cm long, 7 to 15 mm wide, hard, and have raised veins. The raceme has florets or many flowers; the flowers are yellow-green, about 2 cm long, and the lip has purple-brown spots. The capsule is oblong, up to 5 cm long and contains many seeds.

[Habitat distribution] Growing on high mountain slopes. Distributed in Shaanxi, Zhejiang, Hubei, Sichuan and other places.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter and sweet, warm, slightly toxic.

【Functions and indications】Moistens the lungs, relieves cough, and kills insects. Treat cough, ascariasis, and head lice.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat chronic cough: 2 qian of Radix Stemonae. Decoction in water, with white wine as the guide, one dose per day.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From Shaanxi Chinese Herbal Medicine

Through the introduction of the above content, we can understand that Huaqi Lan plays a very important role in treating some diseases. The consumption of the Chinese medicine Huaqi Lan should also be determined according to one's own physical condition. Remember not to take the medicine blindly.